Onam, the 10-day-long harvest festival, is celebrated across the state of Kerala to mark the beginning of the Malayalam year Kollavarshamis. This festival is held during the Malayali month of Chingam (August - September) and marks the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali. To celebrate his return, people make Pookalam or athapookalam, a floral rangoli made with fresh flowers. Here are a few simple designs you can refer to for last-moment preparations.(Unsplash)
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Pookalams are made ahead of Onam at homes or in public places to welcome the legendary King Mahabali, who once ruled the region.(Pinterest)
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It is believed that King Mahabali (also known as Mahaveli) visits his kingdom annually during Onam. He was blessed with a boon by Lord Vishnu that permitted him to visit his kingdom annually.(Pinterest)
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